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18 Lying lips hide hatred: he that uttereth reproach is foolish.

19 In the multitude of words there shall not want sin: but he that refraineth his lips is most wise.

20 The tongue of the just is as choice silver: but the heart of the wicked is nothing worth.

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18 Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips(A)
    and spreads slander is a fool.

19 Sin is not ended by multiplying words,
    but the prudent hold their tongues.(B)

20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver,
    but the heart of the wicked is of little value.

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